Volkswagen has unveiled the facelift version of the new T-Cross Compact SUV for European markets. The German carmaker has introduced the facelift version of the SUV after 4 years of its first debut.
The T-Cross is one of the highest-selling cars of the Volkswagen. With this update, we can expect similar cosmetic tweaks in the Indian spec Taigun facelift.
The exterior of the Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift
Volkswagen has recently unveiled the facelift version of the T-Cross. In this version, the carmaker has done several tweaks to the compact SUV. Upfront, it gets a revamped front fascia, a bold-looking grille with a chrome slat, and a new bumper. The chrome slat on the grille emerges with the DRLs integrated into headlights which enhances the overall look at the front. Moreover, the bumpers are tweaked with new fog lights and a reduced black portion for increasing the visual bulk.
The new T-Cross sits on the stylish new 16-inch alloy wheels and reduced black cladding for an increased visual bulk. Apart from that, the SUV has no tweaks in the side profile. The carmaker has tweaked the rear profile of the new T-Cross with new and thicker LED taillights. Moreover, the new bumper on the SUV features new reflectors and a black portion with skid plates. With similar changes, we can expect that the Indian version of VW Taigun will get a refreshed design.
Interior of Volkswagen T-Cross facelift
In terms of the interior, the carmaker has made minor changes in the dashboard layout for an enhanced premium essence. However, the new T-Cross facelift is brimmed with a plethora of new features. For starters, the SUV gets a new 9.2-inch infotainment system and an advanced digital instrument cluster. As per the carmaker, all variants of the T-Cross facelift will get an advanced digital instrument cluster as standard. Apart from that, the new T-Cross facelift gets new soft-touch leather upholstery and premium materials in the dashboard.
The features list includes Air Care Automatic Climate Control, an advanced driver Assist package, Multi-functional Camera, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Furthermore, the driver assist package is equipped with safety features like Vehicle traffic and braking control, adaptive cruise control, speed limiter, lane keeping assist, dynamic road sign display, etc. Most of these features are already present in the Indian-spec Volkswagen Taigun. However, we can expect the addition of new features in the Taigun facelift including the advanced driver assist package.
Powertrain Options
The Volkswagen Taigun facelift is likely to be offered with similar powertrains as in the current version. It will be available with 2 engine and 3 gearbox options. The base engine will be a 1.0L 3-cylinder TSi unit which makes 115ps of power and 178nm of torque output. The 1.0L TSi engine will be available with either a 6-Speed Manual Transmission or a 6-Speed Automatic Transmission.
However, the real show stealer will be the 1.5L 4-cylinder TSi turbo petrol engine. It will churn out a tremendous 150ps of power and 250nm of torque output. This engine will be available with either a 6-Speed Manual Transmission or a 7-Speed DSG Transmission. Furthermore, the 1.5L TSi engine is equipped with Active Cylinder Technology which shuts down its 2-cylinders. This results in excellent fuel efficiency and reduces fuel consumption.
Launch timeline, Competition, and Opinion
The German Carmaker is gearing up to launch the facelift version of the T-Cross soon. We can expect that the T-Cross facelift will be on sale from Q4 of 2023 or Q1 of 2024 in European markets. With similar changes, we can expect the debut of the Taigun facelift in India by the next year. The facelift version of Taigun will compete with the likes of Hyundai Creta, MG Astor, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq, etc.
Volkswagen introduced the T-Cross in 2019 in the European markets. With its launch, this SUV became an instant hit in the continent for the carmaker. Later in 2021, Volkswagen launched its India-bound version named the Taigun in India based on the MQB-A0 IN platform. With its launch, this SUV got good sales numbers initially. However, the sales numbers reduced since its rivals were refreshed with more exciting updates. Now, we can expect that the Taigun facelift will achieve more numbers once it’s launched in India.
Official Statement
Imelda Labbé, Member of the Brand Board of Management for Sales, Marketing, and Aftersales: “We listened carefully to our customers and have systematically built on the strengths of the T-Cross. The revamped design, new infotainment system, and enhanced quality of the complete interior are oriented towards the next-higher vehicle segment. Our compact SUV offers plenty of room for a family of five, lots of storage space, economical engines, and a high level of safety.”